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Developing Agile Procurement Strategies: Thriving Amid Global Trade Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

As a supply chain executive, picture beginning your day with a cup of coffee when a news alert notifies you of newly imposed tariffs affecting your primary suppliers in China. Tariffs on steel from Chinaup 25%and retaliatory moves from Canada and Mexico may turn supplier relationships upside down.

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7 Cost Saving Tips Every Supply Chain Manager Should Know

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This approach requires advanced planning and reliable forecasting tools, but it can transform inventory into a more fluid, cost-effective part of your supply chain. Embrace Automation for Efficiency Automation has proven to be a powerful tool for cutting supply chain costs across various industries.

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Navigating the Evolving Shipping Landscape: Combating Under One-Pound Rate Increases in 2025

Ship Monk

In this blog post, we’ll discuss key strategies to help you navigate the shipping challenges of 2025 and beyond. Carrier Consolidation: The dominance of UPS and FedEx creates a duopoly, giving them significant pricing power. The shipping industry is constantly evolving, with fluctuating rates, service offerings, and competition.

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Introducing Freightos Enterprise: End-to-End Procurement, Benchmarking, and Management

Freightos

April 23, 2025 Blog Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of Freightos Enterprise our comprehensive solution designed specifically for large enterprises that import and export, who need to bring control, visibility, and efficiency to their global logistics operations.

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Top 6 Logistics Challenges and How to Overcome Them

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Additionally, tools that analyze customer purchasing trends can help you make informed decisions about when and what to stock. Communication Breakdowns Across the Supply Chain The Issue: Poor communication between suppliers, logistics teams, and customers can result in misaligned expectations, missed shipments, or order errors.

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Controlling Supply Chain Cost for Sustainable Growth

Blue Grace Logistics

What you will learn in this blog: Leveraging Data Analytics For Invaluable Insights Implementing Lean Principles for Waste Reduction Effective Management Of Supply Chain Costs As companies navigate market fluctuations and challenges, effectively managing supply chain expenses becomes pivotal for success.

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6 Truckload freight spend optimization best practices

FreightWaves SONAR

Knowing the following key tactics and using the proper tools will help sustain long-term savings. Track truckload freight accessorial costs As reported by Inbound Logistics , “Carriers price accessorials, such as liftgate or non-commercial delivery, at a premium. Review transportation pricing and contracts regularly.